Outdoor activities groups near North Aurora, IL

👋🏼 Welcome! 👋🏼 The goal of this group is to build a community of vegans who meet up in the NW suburbs. Although event ideas are welcome, we'll mostly focus on the following: 1. Eat vegan food 🍜 --very few 100% vegan spots in the suburbs, so we'll go to vegan-friendly places 2. Be active 🏃🏼‍♀️ --e.g. casual hikes or jogs, but open to other activities 3. Play games 🎲 --e.g. in-person or virtual game nights

The Prairie Club of Chicago would like to invite members of the public to join us on some of our outdoor activities. The Prairie Club was founded in 1908. The Club began by organizing hikes into the country as a way for people to escape the crowded urban environment of Chicago and enjoy nature in and around the city. Outdoor activities and conservation have been core values for the Prairie Club since its inception. The Prairie Club played a prominent role in the establishment of the Cook County Forest Preserve system, the Indiana Dunes State Park, and the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. In addition to weekend hiking, we will offer opportunities for canoeing/kayaking, and bicycling events during the year.

Have you ever thought about what you would do if you become lost while on a day hike? How about if you injured yourself miles from civilization and were unable to move? Then, all too quickly dusk approaches and the realization that you will be spending the night in the wilderness begins to sets in. Being prepared for this type of situation and having a well-established plan could mean the difference between life and death. That is why at the “Great Outdoors and Survival”, our chief aim is to help people build their knowledge of wilderness survival skills. Upon learning these skills members will understand how to: become self-sufficient in the wilderness, formulate a concrete plan to getting rescued safely when lost or injured and build outdoor leadership/confidence skills.

The “Great Outdoors and Survival” strongly believe a subject must be mastered before it can be taught; therefore, our teaching methods have been developed through years of education, practice, experiences, and dedication of our instructors and we structure our lesson around a fundamental survival principle commonly known as the Rule’s of 3.

So what are the Rules of 3?

The rule’s of 3 are the guidelines that state you cannot survive more than:

-3 minutes without air

-3 Hours without shelter or proper clothing

-3 days without water

-3 weeks without food

Classes we host:

-Wilderness Survival Kits

-Shelter Building

-Wild Edible Plants

-Tracking

-Fire Starting

-Water Purification

-Land Navigation

And much much more…

We have been leading hikes since Dec. 2007. Please come out and meet other local hiking, biking and outdoor enthusiasts. We are dedicated to hiking and biking excursions near and far, with a focus on leaving no trace of litter on our lands. We hope you will join us on our adventures!   Let us know what you would like to see and do; We encourage you to share your ideas and/or suggestions with a hike leader or by contacting the Organizers (Janine and Lary). Let's get out there and have fun! We occasionally host a dog friendly event, but require dogs to be on a leash at all times during our meetups. Not all hikes and/or locations allow dogs. Event Organizers will determine and post a message on hikes where friendly canine companions are welcome to attend. If you wish to bring your dog, please contact the event organizer to ask first.  The Event Organizers of the **Naperville Hiking, Biking and Outdoor Enthusiast**s do not profess to be professionals of any sort. Rather, we are just regular people willing to donate our time to bring people together to do an activity we were going to do on our own. We do this because a shared experience is more rewarding. Hiking, Biking and Paddling a small watercraft are inherently dangerous activities. This group, its organizers, assistant organizers, and event organizers will not be held responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur carpooling to and from an event or for any injuries or accidents before, during, and after group events. If you sign up and join us on an event you are acknowledging that you freely and voluntarily assume all risks of injuries and damages and agree to participate in the event/outing. In addition, if you bring a guest, you are acknowledging that you have made the guest aware of this Waiver of Liability and they will also freely and voluntarily assume all risks of injuries and damages and agree to participate in the event/outing.

I used to run a health activity group many years ago! I loved getting people together to do healthy activities when they normally wouldn’t do it by themselves! The older I get, I find it’s hard to find like minded people to get together to find healthy exercises and sports. I would love to add activities that allow people to choose what they would like to do and be able to take the step to do it. I would even like to see others get a chance to lead activities they would like to do as well! I look forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones as well!

To play tennis outdoors and have fun. We play in and around Aurora

S.A.L.T. (Singles Actively Loving and Serving God Together)

seeks to bring Biblically-adherent Chicago-area Christian Singles together for the purpose of genuine fellowship as brothers and sisters in Christ.  Our activities range from sporting events, concerts, Bible studies, plays, dinners, movies, hikes, etc. along with serving opportunities.  Our S.A.L.T. meet-up group is unique because we not only seek to build strong community with each other, but we also seek to be salt and light to the singles around us who do not yet know the Lord.  As such, we seek to honor God in all of our activities and interactions with each other and with guests who have been invited to our events in an effort to encourage one another, build new friendships, and reflect the love of our Heavenly Father to others.

If you're living a Christ-centered lifestyle and are looking to meet and build friendships with committed single Christians in the Chicago area, then you should definitely consider checking us out!

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S.A.L.T. is a private meetup group and membership approval is required before admittance. While we are not a dating group, if healthy dating relationships occur within S.A.L.T., it's expected that your actions remain honorable to the Lord.

As a meetup.com group, of utmost importance is the fostering of a safe and comfortable experience for all members, online and during events.  S.A.L.T. leadership will not tolerate any comments or behaviors that are inappropriate, disrespectful and/or may that make other members uncomfortable.  Such actions may lead to a dismissal from S.A.L.T.  If conflict arises between either members or guests at a S.A.L.T. event (or online) it is expected that the matter first be dealt with honestly between the two individuals, as described in Matthew 18:15, before bringing the matter to S.A.L.T. leadership.  Members of this group are expected to take responsibility for their own actions.  As followers of Christ, we acknowledge that we are to be honorable in our interactions with one another.

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PRE-REQ1: You know and accepted Jesus Christ as Savior.

PRE-REQ2: Your martial status is single or legally divorced (not separated).

PRE-REQ3: You have a recent (and clear) photo of yourself on your profile.

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S.A.L.T. (Singles Actively Loving and Serving God Together)

The Men's & Women's tennis team at COD offers tennis opportunities for adults and juniors. We have 6 lighted courts that are very popular during our USTA tournaments; camps; adult & jr classes; fundraisers; and college dual meets. Go Chaparrals!

During the winter we play INDOORS at Elmhurst Courts Plus (located at 186 S. West Ave., Elmhurst) when we have open court time...

Always best to contact me at: bowers@cod.edu for quick answers to questions/updates.

TGIF – This Group is Fun is for people looking to get out, have fun and make new friends. We have no age restrictions and the diversity of our members and leaders is what makes our group fun and interesting. Click “Join” if you want to meet new people, make new friends, and most importantly, have fun .......because every day is a Friday in TGIF! Our co-organizers Amy O. & Gregg K’s vision is to offer a wide variety of social events including, but not limited to, mixers, dinners, movie nights, athletics, trivia, and parties.  We want to do weather appropriate healthy outdoor activities such as walks, kayaking, hikes, bike rides, snowshoeing and geocaching.  The meetups are designed so people can get to know each other while having fun. Our leadership team is committed to providing unique, creative, inclusive, and quality events for our members. We are well organized and experienced at executing well attended events.   We pride ourselves on putting together unique and quality events for our members.  At our meetups, we will do our best to ensure that everyone feels welcome and comfortable, by introducing new members to others so no one feels "left out".  Most importantly, our experienced leaders are open to new ideas, thoughts, and suggestions to keep our meetups diverse and fun! As mentioned earlier, we have no age restrictions, but most of our leaders are in their 40's and 50's. This is an adult social group, so please check with the event organizer before bringing a minor child. Our group is only as successful as our members. This group is for you if you seek good company in a fun, respectful, drama free environment.  We hope you will join us and look forward to welcoming you in our group and seeing you at a meetup very soon.

Welcome to Outdoor Adventures NE Illinois, a meetup group for outdoor adventurers in the northeastern region of Illinois. Whether you enjoy hiking through scenic trails, biking along picturesque routes, camping under the stars, or exploring new destinations via kayaks or backpacking, this group is for you! Join us for fun-filled getaways, bonfires, thrilling adventures, and exciting trips that will bring us closer to nature. Share your passion for outdoor recreation, meet fellow enthusiasts, and embark on memorable outings in our beautiful surroundings. Get ready to reconnect with nature and create unforgettable experiences with like-minded individuals! For everyone's safety, all potential members must meet ONE of the requirements listed below prior to being admitted to the group. You will be listed as "pending" until complete. 1. Meet in a public get together prior to being accepted into the group. The next public get together is January 14, 12:30 PM in Yorkville, IL. 2. Have and share their LinkedIn profile or Facebook profile with the organizer, Shannon. Please message me with your actual Facebook profile name or LinkedIn name. 3. Be referred by another member.

We're back for another season! This group is for beginner to intermediate tennis players 50 and over. I started this group to meet others that enjoy playing tennis outdoors for fun and recreation. We will meet to play doubles on Saturday mornings. There will be a $10 one time annual fee payable at the first session you attend. The fee will cover the meetup costs and new tennis balls each session.

Welcome to the Let's Mingle Group! The purpose of the "Let's Mingle Group" is to get together with others for an enjoyable time. This group was created to get people out of the house to enjoy social interaction with others. Also, it's for those who just want to mingle with others and expand their social network. This group is geared toward those individuals age 50 and older that want to mingle. The Let's Mingle Group will have activities like, restaurant dinner gatherings, dance & entertainment events, outdoor events, theater events, fitness walks, and other events that brings us together. Please be sure to upload a picture of yourself with your profile. According to the meetup rules, each member must upload a picture of themselves with their profile.

This is a group for those in their primarily in their 30s - 50s. We will enjoy outdoor summer music festivals, dining out, volunteering, happy hours, game nights, movies, bowling, hiking, walk-a-thons, vacations. The options and fun are endless!

**About** This is a group created for people who love to hit the trails on weekends. If you are looking to enjoy the outdoors, practice your hobbies and socialize with like-minded group, you are most welcome to join us! We seriously want to enjoy those trails!! We are a fun group of all ages and abilities, and we just want to keep fit and have fun out there. **Activities** Depending on the season, we schedule short hikes, long hikes, easy hikes, and moderately challenging hikes. Hikes will be mostly around 5-10 miles in and around North, West, and South suburbs. We occasionally schedule day hikes located in Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin, including weekend camping, and road trips. We strive to accurately describe the hike and trail condition, but certain things are beyond our control, such as sudden weather changes, downed trees, ponding, mud, bugs, ticks, or any inconveniences real or imagined. These activities are free, and voluntary and it is expected that attendees will have checked the weather before leaving, be on time, come prepared, and be responsible for their own safety. **Attendance** The events organized are limited to a small group of people and sometimes, events have a waitlist. We therefore expect a bit of courtesy for people to sign up only if they can attend and to manage their RSVP at least two days before the scheduled event. **Weather** Weather is always a major factor to consider in organizing events. We do scheduled hikes in all Seasons but limit the mileage in the Summer to 5miles or less when temperature is too uncomfortable, or schedule it later in the afternoon when the sun is not too harsh. Hikes may also be canceled due to rain but not if it is only a drizzle. **On the trail** It has been our experience that some people walk faster than the rest of the group. That is not a problem, just please let the event host know you are going ahead and not stopping to check a tree, look at animals or take photos. Maybe we'll see you in the parking lot afterwards.

**\*\*\*\*Membership is currently full.  Please check back another time for openings\*\*\*\*** **We are women in the general Naperville/Aurora/Wheaton/Bolingbrook area who have reached that beautiful milestone of 50 candles on our birthday cakes; Women who want to actively share in seeking a healthy lifestyle while having lots of fun and developing close and long-lasting friendships; Women who are strong, empowered and ready to take on all the crazy adventures that life has to offer.** **Our desires are unlimited.  Our events are upbeat, sometimes crazy, sometimes thought provoking but always fantastic because we are experiencing them together.  Free concerts in the park, garden tours, healthy cooking, gab-fests, bunco, movies, restaurant openings, plays, musicals are just a few of the events we enjoy.**   **It's all about the power of REAL female friendships.**   \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*MEMBERSHIP TERM­S\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **1\.  I will submit new membership dues of $15\.00 within my first 30 days with group and  I will pay $15\.00annual dues by January 31st\.    Payable via Zelle to nettiekay@sbcglobal\.net\, cash\, or check\. Dues cover the cost of the website\.** **2\.  I will actively participate\.   I will attend at least one event a month; I will suggest/host events;  I will share ideas\, knowledge\, and skills with others;  I will support all members\.  I understand that this is an active group\, and that by not attending my membership can be terminated\.** **3\.  I will maintain accurate RSVP's\.  My NO is just as important as my YES\.  I understand that this is part of active participation and by not consistently providing RSVP's\, I am impacting the group and my membership can be terminated \(Meetup has made it difficult to RSVP NO\, please comment if you cannot attend so that the hostess knows that you saw the event and will not be able to attend\)\.** **4\.  I will commit to a YES RSVP\.  As a courtesy to my host\, if I sign up\, I will show up\.  I understand that while emergencies do occur\, frequent last minute cancellations have a negative impact on the group and my membership can be terminated\.** **5\.  I will not solicit\.  While I may be a member of other groups\, sell fantastic products\, or launching a new career\, this group is a safe zone\.** **Members who are unable to meet these terms will be notified and dropped from the group.**

This group was created to bring together WOMEN ONLY of a similar age group (single, married, divorced, working, retired, kids, no kids, doesn't matter) who are interested in building solid, real friendships. Let's disconnect from the stresses of life and have some fun and laughs. The group's activities include things like eating out, trivia/bingo nights, paint-n-sip/crafting parties, playing cards/board games (at an establishment or someone's home), backyard BBQ's (someone's home), spa days, farmers markets, and various other fun things we find to do throughout the year. This is not a group for bar-hopping or dating. Our activities are varied but are tailored to the majority who attend the events. Looking forward to meeting more AMAZING women! Please request to join ONLY if you are serious about attending our events. Most events occur in the following cities: Aurora, N. Aurora, Geneva, St. Charles, Warrenville, Oswego, Yorkville, Elgin, S. Elgin, Lisle, Wheaton, Naperville, Sugar Grove. \*\*There will be a $10.00 annual fee charged for all members. This fee will help offset the subscription costs, and any additional funds will be used at various events. There will be a 30 day trial period before you will be charged.\*\*

Smarty Pants Cafe is a place where science talks meet cappuccino on a couch. It's a spot where science is both the experience and theme. Watching the science channel or a Space X launch while having an espresso is a fun and exciting group activity. Science-based talks and meet-ups will have a permanent home at our cafe. It will be where on a given day people can come to listen to a talk on topics that range from the Higgs-Boson to the latest advancements in cancer research or the next revolution in material science.

“For there is no friend like a sister, in calm or stormy weather, to cheer one on the tedious way, to fetch one if one goes astray, to lift one if one totters down, to strengthen whilst one stands”

-ChristinaG. Rossetti

Meet other African American women in the far western suburbs who have like interests, concerns, and cultural needs.

You will meet active and inspiring women like yourself who crave the connection of other down-to-earth, professional, ambitious, family-oriented women.

TOFU encompasses a wide range of social activities. We try to plan activities that nourish the mind, body, and soul.

When you join TOFU, you gain entrance into a network of women who like to have fun, explore new interests, gain new insights, make new acquaintances, and share in the common ground that you can only find in a group like TOFU.